Tell me one beneficial mutation example - if there is

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The discussion centers around the request for a valid example of a beneficial mutation, with participants debating the validity of commonly cited examples such as antibiotic resistance, DDT resistance, and anemia. The conversation touches on the implications of these examples in the context of evolutionary theory.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses skepticism about commonly cited examples of beneficial mutations, labeling them as invalid and requesting a valid example with supporting evidence.
  • Another participant questions the reasoning behind dismissing the examples of antibiotic resistance and argues that mutations can lead to immunity, suggesting that such mutations are selected for in populations.
  • A third participant points out that the original poster has shared the same query across multiple forums, implying a lack of genuine engagement in the discussion.
  • Some participants express concern that the original post may be part of a spam campaign, suggesting the thread should be locked.
  • There is a mention of a linked website that presents arguments against evolution, with participants commenting on its content and design, indicating a broader context of belief versus scientific understanding.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally disagree on the validity of the examples of beneficial mutations, with some defending the examples while others challenge their relevance. The discussion remains unresolved regarding what constitutes a valid example of a beneficial mutation.

Contextual Notes

Participants reference a specific website that presents a particular viewpoint on evolution, which may influence their perspectives. The discussion also reflects a broader debate between scientific and religious interpretations of evolution.

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i always hear the same examples; antibiotics resistance of bacteria, ddt , anemia examples…. These are all invalid. Just please tell me one valid example of beneficial mutation if there is. Also backup your example please. By the way i suggest you to check this before you write http://www.evolutiondeceit.com/
 
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Sorry, I didn't check the link before moving this here. It may need to be simply locked.
 
JasonParker, why do you say the examples you've already been given are invalid?

I was going to work on a good answer for you, but decided to let you first prove your reasons for rejecting other examples since, on a hunch, I did a quick google search on a phrase in your post and found 3 other boards you spammed with the same post.
 
Yeah, I don't get how those are invalid cases. While mutations for antibiotic resistance are not the primary path towards immunity, this in no way discredits the fact that mutation can lead to immunity. Organisms work towards the best case scenario. If through a mutation a cell gained immunity to an antibiotic, then that cell would be selected over non-immune cells.

EDIT: Ok, I get it. I didn't look at the link before posting, but I think that it says it all. God did it so science is a lie. I apologize for contradicting you.
 
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Integral said:
It may need to be simply locked.

Agree. Looks like another drive-by spamming.

Like Moonbear said, jason must first explain why those other examples are invalid in his opinion.
 
Ooh.. I don't even know where to begin on that link :rolleyes: . It has the standard arguments, but it is relatively interesting to think that all of the fundamentalist evangelicals keep thinking that science will prove the bible wrong.

The most suprising thing is the site design. The website itself is clean and professional, but it looks like it might have been snagged from a template.
 
motai said:
it is relatively interesting to think that all of the fundamentalist evangelicals keep thinking that science will prove the bible wrong.

it is actually a muslim fundamentalist site that defend the coran

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